What are the main factors that influence a Training Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Training Specialist?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Training Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Training Specialist's salary?

A Training Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Training Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $60,280, a Training Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $73,787, a Training Specialist (4-7 years)earns $90,794, a Training Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $116,688, a Training Manager (7+ years)earns $104,143,

What are the highest paying states for a Training Specialist?

Training Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Training Specialist roles are District of Columbia $96,956, California $96,588, Massachusetts $95,301. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Training Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Training Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Regional Training Specialist: $113,808; Training Specialist IV: $111,452; Ethics & Compliance Training Specialist: $96,791; Training Specialist III: $86,720; Technical Training Specialist: $72,023.

Training Specialist Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Training Specialist make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Training Specialist in Hawaii is $91,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Training Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,560
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,532 to $101,489
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,344

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Training Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,489	$8,457	$1,952	$49
Average	$91,526	$7,627	$1,760	$44
25th Percentile	$82,532	$6,878	$1,587	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Training Specialist Salaries

A Training Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Training Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Training Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,280
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,787
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,794
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,688
Expert (over 8 years): $104,143

Levels	Salary
Training ... Level Training Specialist	$60,280
Training ... Level Training Specialist	$73,787
Training ... Level Training Specialist	$90,794
Training ... Level Training Specialist	$116,688
Training ... Level Training Specialist	$104,143

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How Do Training Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Training Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,956.
California: $96,588.
Massachusetts: $95,301.

District of Columbia $96,956 California $96,588 Massachusetts $95,301 Washington $94,950 New Jersey $94,915 Alaska $94,793 Connecticut $93,584 New York $93,094

Hawaii $91,526 Rhode Island $90,791 Maryland $90,292 Minnesota $89,609 Colorado $89,346 Illinois $89,258 Oregon $88,926 Delaware $88,680

New Hampshire $88,526 Virginia $88,181 Pennsylvania $87,174 Nevada $86,666 North Dakota $86,500 Michigan $86,237 Wisconsin $86,141 Vermont $85,948

Texas $85,414 Maine $85,379 Arizona $85,327 Ohio $85,265 Georgia $84,460 Indiana $84,057 Wyoming $83,978 Utah $83,855

Iowa $83,803 Kansas $83,383 Louisiana $83,260 North Carolina $83,216 Missouri $83,199 Florida $82,857 Montana $82,673 Nebraska $82,498

Kentucky $82,402 South Carolina $82,051 Tennessee $81,833 Idaho $81,745 New Mexico $81,106 Oklahoma $80,966 Alabama $80,449 South Dakota $79,582

Arkansas $79,109 West Virginia $78,855 Mississippi $78,093

Top Paying Cities for Training Specialists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $91,031
Anahola: $89,837
Captain Cook: $89,747

Aiea, HI $91,031 Anahola, HI $89,837 Captain Cook, HI $89,747 Eleele, HI $90,019 Ewa Beach, HI $90,950 Kapolei, HI $90,878 Haiku, HI $89,904 Hakalau, HI $89,702

Haleiwa, HI $90,702 Hana, HI $89,689 Hanalei, HI $89,720 Hanamaulu, HI $89,902 Hanapepe, HI $90,015 Hauula, HI $90,841 Hawaii National Park, HI $89,807 Hawi, HI $89,955

Hilo, HI $89,893 Princeville, HI $89,884 Holualoa, HI $89,783 Honaunau, HI $89,628 Honokaa, HI $89,743 Honomu, HI $89,884 Hoolehua, HI $89,628 Kaaawa, HI $90,871

Kahuku, HI $90,676 Kahului, HI $90,111 Kailua, HI $91,002 Ocean View, HI $89,857 Waikoloa, HI $89,849 Keauhou, HI $89,783 Kailua Kona, HI $89,891 Kalaheo, HI $89,912

Kalaupapa, HI $89,546 Kamuela, HI $89,789 Kaneohe, HI $90,983 Kapaa, HI $90,010 Kaumakani, HI $90,058 Kaunakakai, HI $89,735 Keaau, HI $89,955 Kealakekua, HI $89,907

Kealia, HI $89,938 Kekaha, HI $89,847 Kihei, HI $90,019 Kilauea, HI $89,885 Kapaau, HI $89,817 Koloa, HI $89,925 Kualapuu, HI $89,708 Kunia, HI $90,849

Kurtistown, HI $89,909 Lahaina, HI $89,927 Laie, HI $90,756 Lanai City, HI $89,708 Laupahoehoe, HI $89,934 Lawai, HI $90,058 Lihue, HI $89,902 Makawao, HI $89,973

Makaweli, HI $89,703 Maunaloa, HI $89,492 Mountain View, HI $89,862 Naalehu, HI $89,680 Ninole, HI $89,620 Ookala, HI $89,649 Paauilo, HI $89,758 Pahala, HI $89,705

Pahoa, HI $89,824 Paia, HI $89,931 Papaaloa, HI $89,947 Papaikou, HI $89,760 Pearl City, HI $90,965 Pepeekeo, HI $89,934 Puunene, HI $90,111 Volcano, HI $89,807

Wahiawa, HI $90,809 Pukalani, HI $89,973 Mililani, HI $90,919 Kula, HI $89,787 Waialua, HI $90,653 Waianae, HI $90,737 Wailuku, HI $89,971 Waimanalo, HI $90,984

Waimea, HI $90,050 Waipahu, HI $90,926 Honolulu, HI $91,062 J B P H H, HI $91,047 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $90,858 Schofield Barracks, HI $90,832 Fort Shafter, HI $91,062 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $91,062

Camp H M Smith, HI $91,042 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $90,954 Wake Island, HI $91,062

Training Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Training Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 52% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Training Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Training Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Training Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$109,832	$53.0	20%
Financial Services	$109,832	$53.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$109,832	$53.0	20%
Internet	$108,001	$52.0	18%
Insurance	$105,255	$51.0	15%

Training Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Training Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$82,532

Average $91,526/year

$101,489

$6,878

Average $7,627/month

$8,457

$1,587

Average $1,760/week

$1,952

$40

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,489	$8,457	$1,952	$49
Average	$91,526	$7,627	$1,760	$44
25th Percentile	$82,532	$6,878	$1,587	$40

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